When searching for playthings to give to your children, many are committed to finding beautiful, artist-designed toys. In fact, many designers and artists collaborate with toy makers or simply create their own to ensure the next generation is entertained with only the very best. On the other hand, many adults are still children at heart and are looking for a hobby. This could cover anything from collectible teddies to skyline sculpted chess sets and mix and match sets that boost creativity in the kids themselves.
Bearbrick is responsible for many of these artist-designed toys in the form of teddy bears that transform, are sci-fi themed or have visually appealing exteriors. Mari Kasurinen plays tribute to a number of pop culture characters like Kanye and Lady Gaga with her decked out My Little Pony renditions. Joe KAWS took a similar route with his interpretation of Peanuts' Snoopy.
29 Artist-Designed Toys
From Morbid Sugar Collectibles to Hyperrealistic Animal Plushies:
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Crochet Disney Characters
This Artist Crocheted Disney Characters & Left Them Around the City
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Hyperrealistc Animal Plushies
Lee Cross Designs Incredibly Realistic Baby Stuffed Animals
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Galactic Bootleg Figurines
These Bootleg Star Wars Toys are a Humorous Take on the Space Franchise
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Postmodern Art Plushies
Kidrobot's 'Andy Warhol Plush' Series References the Artist's Ouvre
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Skeletal Block Toys
The Jason Freeny LEGO Men are Cute and Morbid
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Realistic Doll Makeovers
Wendy Tsao Redesigned Bratz Dolls Into Iconic Female Role Models
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Transforming Teddy Bears
The Bearbrick x Transformers Collection Celebrate's Latest Film Release
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Dissected Superhero Figurines
These Justice League Dolls Showcases the Heroes as Partial Skeletons
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Neo-Vintage Japanese Figurines
This Kamen Rider Collectible from Medicom Toy Tributes 70s TV
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Anime Art Dolls
These Poseable Dolls Allow Comic Artists to Create Impossible Stunt Scenes
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Morbid Sugar Collectibles
'Gummie Bear Anatomy Toys' Reveals KnickKnack Insides
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Sketched Superhero Figurines
The Jim Lee Blueline Superman is Styled Like a 3D Drawing
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Miniature Singer Figurines
This Pharrell Williams Action Figure Looks Just Like the American Star
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Eerily Charming Recycled Dolls
These Handmade Dolls are Both Curious-Looking and Cute
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Mix-and-Match Wooden Toys
Designer Todd Borka Lets Children Create Different Characters
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Crocheted Cartoon Characters
Kamila Krawczyk Offers Detailed Crocheted Characters on Her Etsy Shop
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Modernized Meccano Toys
Meekaanoo by Tomm Velthuis is Inspired by a Vintage Assembly Set
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Artisan LEGO Furniture
Sean Cordeiro and Claire Healy Combine LEGO Bricks With IKEA Decor
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Sci-Fi Teddies
Star Wars Vinylmation Gives the Characters a Cuddly Makeover
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X-Rayed Candy Toys
You Won't Look at Candy the Same Way After Playing with This Gummy Bear Toy
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Rapper Pony Toys
My Little Kanye West by Mari Kasurinen is a Dubious Tribute
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Pop Artist Action Figures
These Medicom Toy Designs Pay Tribute to a New Andy Warhol Exhibit
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Silver-Studded Heart Teddies
Medicom Toy Bearbrick 'Valentine's Day' 2012 Celebrates Love
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Exclusive Designer Wood Toys
The Yoshida & Co. Bearbrick Celebrates the Brand's 77th Anniversary
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Enlightening Inflatable Toys
These Inflatable Toys Are Modern and Complex
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Designer Turpentine Teddies
The Latest Medicom Toy Bears are in Collaboration with Karimoku
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Denim-Suited Toy Bears
The Black Denim 1000% Bearbrick is Made by Medicom Toy and Levi's
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Beagle Designer Toys
The JOE KAWS Snoopy Figurine Puts an Artistic Twist on the Cartoon Canine
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Heroic Americana Teddies
The Captain America Bearbrick Toy is Another Member of the Bear Avengers
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Kinder Joy and Nintendo Partnered on a Limited-Edition Range
Fluffy Plush Collectibles
Disney's Urupocha‑chan Line Taps into the Collectible Craze
Easter-Themed Seasonal Doll Collections
Battat's Our Generation Debuts the Keepsake Collection
Crossover Charm Collectibles
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Nostalgic QSR Miniature Experiences
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Plush-Inspired Sensorial Cosmetics
Ulta Beauty x Squishmallows is Full of Fun, Tactile Features
Designer Toy Exhibitions
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Character Crossover Figures
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Wooden Figure Sets
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Sensorial Anime Dolls
BedHedz are Expressive, Tactile Collectibles with Big, Unruly Hair
Adorable Plush Sneaker Collections
Colorful Plush-Inspired Sneakers Unite Character and Comfort
Art-Driven Knitwear
The KAWS x UNIQLO Winter 2025 Collection Introduces Sculptural Knit Essentials
Whimsical Artist-Designed Handbags
Louis Vuitton Unveils the 'Artycapucines VII'
Hybrid Toy Figurines
Playmates Toys Debuts the Kaiju Power Rangers
Miniature Designer Collectible Cars
Mercedes-Benz, Moncler, and NIGO Design a Special Art Car
Theater-Inspired Plush Toys
The Care Bears Wicked Collection Brings Oz Magic to Cuddly Classics
Pet Caretaking-Focused Plush Collections
Build-A-Bear Has Introduced Its Promise Pets Collection
Playable Mini Vinyls
Mini Brands Really Works Vinyl Makes Chart-Topping Hits Collectible
Collectible Historical Figurines
PIX! is Dropping Designs Inspired by Icons in Art, Music & More
Playful Coffee Merch Collabs
The Starbucks x Mofusand Merch Blends a Whimsy Coffee Culture
Anime-Inspired Wooden Collectibles
Puremind Unveils Its 'Dragon Ball' Wooden Collectibles
Plump Plush Toy Collections
Pokémon Beginning Pikachu Plush Toys Revisit Original Game Design
Easter-Ready Toy Plushies
Jazwares Launches a Whimsical Squishmallows Collection Ahead of Easter
Collectible Pop Culture-Referencing Toys
Mattel Debuts Its 2025 San Diego Comic-Con Showcase
Baby Collectible Tech Lines
Sonny Angel x CASETiFY Has Returned for Another Adorable Collaboration
Co-Branded Toy Collections
Spin Master Has Partnered with the Hidden Pigeon Company
Soccer Collectible Series
The Labubu FIFA World Cup Capsule Expands into Toys and Lifestyle Items
Miniature Horror Figures
The New Pop Mart Chucky blind-box collectible figures are Playful
Treat-Themed Crafting Dolls
Far Out Toys' Pretty Sweets Invites Kids to Customize Mini Desserts
Collectible Artist-Backed Plushes
Cj Hendry Unveils Juju, Which Arrives in Hong Kong with Phillips
Collectible Character Sets
The ARR x KAWS Sesame Street Figure Collection Boasts Pop Art
Miniature Collectible Pop-Ups
MGA Entertainment's World of Miniverse Brings Collectibles to Life
Collectible Cinnamon Bun Toys
Cinnabon and ZURU Mini Brands Partnered on Sweet Collectibles
Toy-Inspired Millennium Era Eyewear
The Bratz x GENTLE MONSTER Foldable Eyewear is Nostalgic
Plushie Keychain Collectibles
The LINE FRIENDS Plushie Keychains are Playful and Expressive
Series-Inspired Plush Toys
Care Bears x Stranger Things Reimagine the Dark Series' Characters
Miniature Baby Collectibles
MGA’s Miniverse: Make it Mini Real Baby Shares Tiny Figures & Food
Science-Backed High-Energy Toy Collections
Moose Toys Partners with Mark Rober on CrunchLabs
Collectible Digital Toys
BE@RBRICK x Tamagotchi Marks the Virtual Pet’s 30th Anniversary
Tiny Pet Habitat Collectibles
MGA's Miniverse: Make It Mini Animals Crafts Small Dwellings
Mental Health Plushies
The Calmness Crew Supports Emotional Well-Being in Children & Caregivers
AI Companion Toys
Haivivi Announced the Launch of a Full Core Product Line and Brand-New Toys
Film Character Plush Toys
Kpop Demon Hunters Squishmallows Brings Netflix Characters into Toy Form
AI-Assisted Toy Design Tools
Hasbro Uses AI Peppa Pig Assistant to Design Toys
Weighted Plush Companions
Hugarounds Bring Calming Comfort to Kids During Stressful Transitions
Themed Snack Collectibles
Kinder Joy Evolves its Treat-And-Toy Format with Themed Collections
Adult-Focused Plush Toy Launches
Build-A-Bear Workshop is Introducing the 'After Dark' Line
Art-Driven Fashion Capsules
Marc Jacobs Launches Joy Artist Capsule for Fall 2025
Plush Beauty Keychains
Ulta Beauty x Mini Brands Pops Plush Keychains Feature Hero Products
Beloved Plush Character Toys
Build-A-Bear Presents the New Collectible Sanrio Capsule
Art-Inspired Collectibles
The Mattel x MoMA Series Transforms Iconic Artworks into Toys and Games
Oversized Vinyl Figures
Kidrobot Snoopy Art Giant Transforms the Iconic Peanuts Character
Witchy Plush Bears
Wicked-Themed Care Bears Reimagine Iconic Characters as Plush Collectibles
Co-Branded Toy Lines
Mattel and Hasbro Blend Masters of the Universe and TRANSFORMERS
Horror Doll Collectibles
Pop Mart's Blind Box Chucky Franchise Series Shares Scary Surprises
Interactive Toy Experiences
Spin Master Highlights Opportunities in the Toy Sector in 2026
Chinese Toy Company Debuts
Kayou is Making Its Official Debut at the New York Toy Fair
Stylized Collectible Figures
POP MART Launches the 'Arcane: League of Legends Blind Box Series'
AI-Driven Art Toys
MOMOTOY Debuts in the Us at Toy Fair New York
Playful Plush Advent Calendars
Squishmallows Advent Calendars Offer Holiday and Skincare Surprises
Toy-Inspired Jewelry Collections
The Polly Pocket x Nadine Ghosn Collection is Made with 18K Gold
Multi-Sensory Creative Toy Capsules
Crayola Has Announced a Range of New Creative Toys for 2026
Streetwear-Branded Decor Ranges
The Crate & Barrel x Converse Furniture Collection Has 80 Pieces
Emotive Plush Collectibles
Care Bears Caring Cuties Tap into the Thrill of Blind Boxes
Educational Series-Inspired Preschool Toys
Bonkers Toys Debuts the Genevieve's Playhouse Line
Retro Pixelated Cafe Collections
Starbucks Introduces the Bearista Game Collection
Collectible Wear-and-Share Jewelry
Twisty Petz Combines Wearable Pets with Friendship Bracelets
K‑pop Group Collectibles
SEVENTEEN Be@rbrick Collection Marks the Group’s 10th Anniversary
Spellbinding Collectible Plushies
Jellycat Introduces its 2025 Halloween Plushies
Plush Toy QSR Meals
McDonald's Presents the Special Squishmallows Happy Meal Offer
Dating-Inspired Plush Collectibles
Common Relationship Behaviors Inspired the Bad Date Bears
Furry Fidget Companions
Tangle's Furry Fidget Friends are Soft, Tactile and Bendable
Sensory ASMR-Style Toys
Incredible Group's Squishi Toys Appeal to Gen Z Consumers
Micro-Robotic Digital Pets
MicroPets Appeal to Digitally Native Kids and Kidults
Game-Inspired Collectible Toys
Mattel Creations Debuts Two Minecraft Collectibles
3D-Printed Fidget Toys
Jigglets are Produced with Less Waste Than Traditional Toys
Playful Collectible Figures
The Zsiga × Care Bears Series Transforms Nostalgic Icons into Toys
Artful Collectible Figures
Fisher-Price Little People x André Saraiva Reimagines Cherished Toys
Nostalgic Film Merchandise
Disney Celebrates the Toy Story 30th Anniversary with New Collectibles
Book-Inspired Toy Lines
Playmates Toys Taps Dungeon Crawler Carl for Inspiration
Art-Inspired Toy Collections
Hape x The Met Makes Masterpieces Accessible & Play-Inspiring
Expressive Plush Toys
Mood Bears Encourage All Ages to Talk About Their Feelings
Pop Culture Vinyl Toys
BE@RBRICK Vecna 400% Collectible Toy inspired by Stranger Things
AI-Powered Plush Teddies
FoloToy's AI Teddy Kumma Holds Conversations and Tells Stories
Athlete-Inspired LEGO Sets
LEGO Launches Collectible Football Sets with Messi and Ronaldo
Cartoon Creature Building Blocks
The LEGO® Pokémon Sets Feature Iconic Characters
Artful Bandage Collections
The Met x BAND-AID Collaboration Shares Exclusive First-Aid Products
Wind-Up Collectibles
Wind-Upz Revive Wind-Up Toys for a New Generation of Kids & Collectors
Wizard-Themed Chocolate Toys
The Kinder Joy Funko Harry Potter Collection is Limited-Edition
Runway-Inspired Fashion Dolls
The Styled by KidSuper Ken Doll Sports Boundary-Pushing Streetwear
Collectible Plush Pillows
The SquishPillow by Original Squishmallows is Super Soft and Cozy
Art-Transformed Home Products
Jeff Koons' Balloon Dog Sculptures are Now a Light and Speaker
Sci-Fi Streetwear Collections
The Brain Dead x Star Wars Capsule Features Drew Struzan Artwork
Fashion Icon Toy Ranges
Playmates Toys Launches the Paris & Pups Range, Inspired by Paris Hilton
School-Style Pop-Ups
The ZARA Butterbear Academy Pop-Up Immerses Visitors in Playful Scenes
Thailand-Inspired Wellness Exhibitions
KAWS Presents the KAWS: HOLIDAY THAILAND Exhibition
Halloween Blind Boxes
Pop Mart Unveils New Halloween-Themed Blind Boxes Starring Fan-Favorite IPs
Open-Ended Exploration Toys
Melissa & Doug Entered Toy Industry Hall of Fame
Comforting Plush Collectibles
TeeTurtle's Cloudheads Have Oversized Heads & Tiny Weighted Bodies
Solid Wooden Collaborative Figurines
Cul de Sac Japon x Karimoku Furniture Create a BE@RBRICK
Teddy Bear-Centric Apparel
BOSS and Steiff Introduce a Holiday Fashion Capsule
Designer Blind Box Figurines
Pop Top is a New Range of Collectibles for Kidults
Nostalgic Cartoon Tech Accessories
The CASETiFY x Care Bears Collection Features Dreamy Colors
Elegant Anime Decor Furnishings
The Pokémon & Pottery Barn Kids Collection is Playful
Expansive Action Character Toys
Blokees Debuts Its Range in Toy Fair New York 2026
Emotional Reconnection Plushes
Slumberkins' Repair Bear Supports Healthy Expression After Conflict
Kids Cozy Animal Slippers
L.L.Bean Introduces Playful 3D Character Footwear for Kids
Brick Display Characters
LEGO x Disney’s Winnie the Pooh Display Recreates the Bear in Brick Form
Artful Motion Toy Sculptures
Nina Chanel Abney Bravo Figures Capture Everyday Icons
Screen-Free Toy Collections
Luki Lab Spotlights Six Products at the New York Toy Fair 2026
Book Series-Inspired Collectibles
Bonkers Toys Debuts the Warrior Cats Merchandise Line
Supermarket-Inspired Slime Toys
Zuru Slime Mart Shares Baskets & Bags with Food-Like Sensory Toys
Museum-Inspired Art Toys
Met x Kidrobot Dunny Alters Monet’s Bouquet of Sunflowers into a Figure
Nostalgic Blind Toy Series
The Teletubbies Say Hello Series Nods to Childhood Icons for Collectors
Collectible Message Dolls
Momiji x TOMY Brings a Beloved Blind Box Brand to the US Market
Anime-Themed QSR Meal Toys
The Burger King x Naruto Partnership Features King Jr. Meal Toys
Seasonally Themed Magnetic Toys
MAGNA-TILES Introduces New Thematic Toys at Toy Fair 2026
Plush Tournament Collectibles
Jazwares is Dropping Officially Licensed Products for FIFA 2026
Snuggly Plush Toys
Jazwares Spotlights Giftable Squishmallows for the Holidays
Expressive 3D-Printed Figures
Solobo Emotion Friends Help Kids Explore Feelings Through Play
Customizable Wearable Plushies
Slushie Plushies are Build-A-Bear's First Wearable Plushies
Hybrid Educational Toy Designs
Fisher-Price Partners with Big Little Feelings
Collectible Palestinian Dolls
Bosabizu's Filistina Blends Storytelling & Premium Packaging
Plush Toy Collectibles
Disney’s Urupocha‑chan Plushes Take on the Blind Box with Soft Approach
Art-Focused Retail Capsules
Mattel and MoMA Partner to Craft a New Collaborative Collection
Plushie-Themed Halloween Offerings
Jazwares and Warner Bros. Launch Spooky New Plush Line
Mental Health Toy Curations
Timeless Toys' D.O.S.E of Play Helps Kids Manage Stress & Anxiety
Adorable Remixed Board Games
Tokidoki Edition Monopoly Turns Classic Strategy into Pastel Pop Art
Console-Collectible Toy Figurines
The PlayStation x BE@RBRICK 400% Celebrates Gaming Iconography
Vinyl-Faced Plush Toys
L.O.L. Surprise! Plush Surprise Has a Keychain Clip for Accessorizing
Regal Collectible Bears
King Charles III Teddy Bear Launches as an Adult-Only Commemorative Item
Artist-Designed Playable Sensory Scarves
Biggest Little and Keiko Furoshiki Debut Art Play Silk
Sci-Fi-Inspired Classical Posters
Seán Donnan Illustrates Star Wars Characters in a Japanese Style
Adorable Collectible Character Capsules
Battat Brings Laura, Mr. Pa, and Monboo to North America
Whimsical Anime Decor Lines
Pottery Barn Kids and The Pokémon Company Create a Kids Collection
Ultra-Nostalgic Toy Acquisitions
ArtCreativity Acquires the Wooly Willy Brand from PlayMonster
Community-Centric Sculptural Installations
Naoto Fukasawa & Jakuets Design the Playful Sculptures
Plush-Inspired Children's Series
Build-A-Bear's KABU Series is Racking Up Views on YoutTube